Brazil Beach Life: Palms, Parties & Paradise

Route: Rio de Janeiro→Paraty→Abraoo→Abraao→Rio de Janeiro

1. 1Day 1Welcome to Rio de JaneiroOvernight: Rio de Janeiro

   • Welcome Dinner & Caipirinha Toast

     Welcome to the Marvellous City! Upon landing in Rio de Janeiro, we check into our beachside hotel and take some time to shake off our jet lag. In the evening, we gather for our first official group briefing to meet our fellow travelers and map out our tropical week ahead. Afterward, we head out into the vibrant streets for a traditional Brazilian welcome dinner, tasting local picanha and raising our first glasses of caipirinha to toast the start of our incredible coastal adventure.

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2. 2Day 2Colonial ParatyOvernight: Paraty

   • Cobblestones & Local Cachaça Tasting

     Today we leave the bustling city behind and step into our private van to travel south along the scenic Costa Verde. Our destination is the magical, historic town of Paraty, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its preserved Portuguese colonial architecture. Upon arrival, we will walk through the pedestrian-only cobblestone streets, admiring the whitewashed buildings decorated with colorful window frames. In the evening, we will sample locally distilled cachaça at an authentic local tavern.

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3. 3Day 3Private Boat TripOvernight: Paraty

   • Escuna & Tropical Snorkeling

     Get your swimwear ready because today is all about the ocean! We step aboard our private boat for an exclusive cruise through the calm, emerald waters of Paraty Bay. We will explore hidden beaches and tiny tropical islands that are completely inaccessible by land. Throughout the day, we will jump into the warm water to snorkel with colorful marine life, enjoy a fresh lunch served on deck, and relax under the brilliant Brazilian sun before we return for a lively dinner.

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4. 4Day 4Island Paradise of Ilha GrandeOvernight: Abraoo

   • Crossing to Car-Free Abraão

     This morning we continue our journey toward paradise as we take a private transfer to the port town of Angra dos Reis. From there, we catch a ferry to Ilha Grande, a magnificent, completely car-free island covered in dense Atlantic rainforest. We arrive at the main village of Vila do Abraão, drop our bags at our cozy pousada, and spend the afternoon exploring the pristine local shores on foot, listening to the jungle sounds and relaxing on the sand.

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5. 5Day 5Boat Tour of Ilha Grande's LagoonsOvernight: Abraao

   • Green Lagoon & Barefoot Beach Vibes

     Today we embark on our second private boat tour, exploring the legendary outer shores of Ilha Grande. We will navigate to the famous Lagoa Verde and Lagoa Azul, where the water is so clear that it feels like swimming in a natural aquarium. We will swim alongside sea turtles, explore secluded coves, and enjoy a relaxed lunch at a beachfront restaurant. As night falls back in the village, we will experience the island’s barefoot party vibe with music on the sand.

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6. 6Day 6Return to Rio de JaneiroOvernight: Rio de Janeiro

   • Mainland Transit & Nightlife

     It is time to say goodbye to our island sanctuary as we board our morning speedboat back to the mainland. Our private group van will be waiting to drive us directly back to Rio de Janeiro. After checking into our hotel, we enjoy a free afternoon to hit the famous sands of Copacabana or Ipanema beach. In the evening, we will head to the bohemian neighborhood of Lapa to experience Rio’s legendary nightlife.

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7. 7Day 7Full Day City TourOvernight: Rio de Janeiro

   • Christ the Redeemer & Sugarloaf Mountain

     Today we experience the absolute icons of Rio de Janeiro on a comprehensive, private city tour. We can board the historic cog train through the Tijuca rainforest to stand directly beneath the majestic statue of Christ the Redeemer. Afterward, we will ride the panoramic cable cars up to the peak of Sugarloaf Mountain (Pão de Açúcar) to witness a spectacular 360-degree view of Guanabara Bay and the city skyline before sharing a group dinner.

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8. 8Day 8Free DayOvernight: Rio de Janeiro

   • Beach Freedom & Farewell Group Dinner

     This is our completely open day to experience Rio exactly how we want. We can spend the morning relaxing on Ipanema beach, watching locals play futevôlei, or optionally book a hang-gliding flight over the coastline. Alternatively, we can visit the artistic Santa Teresa neighborhood or check out the futuristic Museum of Tomorrow. In the evening, we will gather for our final farewell dinner to celebrate our incredible 9-day journey through tropical Brazil.

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9. 9Day 9Farewell from Rio de Janeiro

   • Até logo!

     Our incredible 9-day tropical journey has officially come to an end. After enjoying a final breakfast together at our hotel, we say our goodbyes to our travel friends and check out of our rooms. Depending on our individual flight times, we can squeeze in some last-minute souvenir shopping for Havaianas or local coffee before taking our independent transfers back to the airport for our flights home.

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